Stephanie Rose Cawley

November 14, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Stephanie Rose Cawley, 76, of Farmington, formerly of Duquesne, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2016 at Senior Care Plaza in McKeesport.  She was born October 14, 1940 in Duquesne to the late Thomas and Mary Danko Valiknac.

Benjamin D.R. Pasqualle

November 14, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Benjamin D.R. Pasqualle, 26 of Monessen, formerly of Webster, passed away at home on Sunday, November 13, 2016.  He was born September 5, 1990 in McKeesport to Richard B. and Ruth A. Burkhardt Pasqualle.

Edward Ratesic

November 13, 2016 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Edward Ratesic, age 83 of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at Concordia of Monroeville. Born January 17, 1933 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Valent and Mary (Lakovic) Ratesic and loving husband of Margaret Marie (Walker) Ratesic for 61 years. Following high school, Edward began working for US Steel National Tube Works as a millwright. He later served as the financial secretary and retired from US Steel as the Vice President of the National Tube Local Union 1408 after more than 35 years of service. In his free time, he was active in numerous clubs and organizations, including the 11th Ward Club in Christy Park where he enjoyed playing cards with his fellow members. He also devoted his time as a baseball coach for the McKeesport Pony League, and was an avid bowler, belonging to many leagues over the years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Edward R. (Cynthia) Ratesic of South Park, Daniel (Laurie) Ratesic of Monroeville and Wayne M. (Katie) Ratesic of Plum Boro.; grandchildren, Brittany Ratesic, Kelsey (Ben) Wardrop, Lindsay Ratesic, Abigail (Christopher) Thompson, Jamie Ratesic and Mallory Ratesic; great-grandson, C.J. Thompson; sisters, Helen Moss and Mildred Osika; and many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, George and John Ratesic and sisters, Mary Figel and Margaret Tomco. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday, November 16, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Church. Father Steven Palsa will officiate. Entombment will follow at New St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania, 575 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, PA 15202. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

Matthew D. Mackey

November 13, 2016 |

By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home

Matthew D. Mackey, age 43, of McKeesport, on Monday, November 7, 2016 went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born February 26 1973 at McKeesport Hospital, he was the son of Valerie Swoger and stepson of the late William J. Swoger. He leaves behind his sister Amanda and his little buddy Brian, his nephew whom he loved dearly.

William “Bill” M. Cipkala

November 12, 2016 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Kyle Petty

November 12, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Kyle Petty, age 21, of McKeesport, died Nov. 8th, 2106, at UPMC Mercy. Born Aug. 3, 1995, in McKeesport, he was the son of Shawn and Karri (Mask) Petty.
Kyle was a good son and a good friend. Everyone thought of him as their little brother. His daughter, Khyla, was his world.
In addition to his parents and daughter, survivors include his love and Khyla’s mother, Samantha Picone; siblings, Cori, Dashia, Raelynn, Shawn Jr., Daniel, Diaz, Shane, Tamara and Mariah; aunt, Krista Pettis and uncle, Robert Petty; cousins. Kyle was preceded in death by sister, Shawntae.

Rose Artuso

November 12, 2016 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Rose (Vecchio) Artuso, age 103 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2016 in Lawson's Nursing Home.  Born August 12, 1913 in Calabria, Italy, she was a daughter of the late Ross and Josephine Vecchio. 

Edward Wade Cochran

November 11, 2016 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

(Barnes) Cochran. Wade was a Penn State University graduate, earning his Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He went on to be employed with various engineering companies, including Raytheon, an international aerospace and defense company, where he proudly worked on the Patriot Missile. In his later years, he worked as an electrical engineer with Union Switch & Signal. He was a long-time member of the First Evangelical Free Church of McKeesport. Wade was an avid Penn State Nittany Lions fan and enjoyed watching all Pittsburgh sports teams. His greatest passion was photography, mainly capturing remarkable photos of birds and all aspects of nature’s beauty. Wade is survived by his sister, Janet (Michael) Bush of New Hartford, CT; nieces and nephews, Charlotte (Steven), Richard and Courtney (Matthew); aunts, Arlene (Tom) Barnes of McKeesport, Ann (David) Barnes of Homer, NY, Joan (the late Wayne) Cochran of McKeesport and Doris (the late Robert) Barnes of West Mifflin; many loving cousins and friends. He was also preceded in death by his cherished Bedlington terrier, Lucas. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory, 2703 O'Neil Blvd., McKeesport PA on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Memorial Service will be held 10:00am Monday, at the First Evangelical Free Church. Pastor Kirk Albrecht will officiate. Inurnment will be private at Lebanon Church Cemetery, West Mifflin. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Wade’s memory are suggested to the National Aviary, 700 Arch St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

Marlene Caird

November 11, 2016 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Marlene (Fisher) Caird, age 80, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at home. A retired Registered Nurse Manager at Monongahela Valley Hospital, she was also a Registered Nurse at St. Margaret's Hospital and Allegheny General Hospital. She was a member of Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth and the Mon Valley Nurses Club.

Janice B. Horsman

November 11, 2016 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Janice B. Horsman, 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away November 10, 2016 at Transitions Health Care, North Huntingdon.

Marvin “Mike” Petrovich

November 10, 2016 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

David N. Stolic

November 10, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

David N. Stolic, age 57, of North Huntingdon, died Nov. 8th, 2016, at St. Clair Hospital in Mt. Lebanon. Born Dec. 9th, 1958, in Homestead, he was the son of the late Paul and Elizabeth “Betty” (Johnson) Stolic and the husband of Antonietta (Chiaverini) Stolic.

Marilyn Majzer

November 10, 2016 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Marilyn Majzer, age 65 of McKeesport, died Wednesday, November 9, 2016.

Charles Herbert Wilson

November 10, 2016 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Private services were held today for Charles Herbert Wilson, 86, of Duquesne, Pennsylvania, formerly of Homestead, departed this life November 8, 2016 at home

Janna Lynn Nassida

November 09, 2016 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Janna Lynn Nassida, 45, of West Mifflin, died Tuesday, November 8, 2016. She was born January 10, 1971 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James T. Nassida III and the late Bonita J. Novacek Nassida. She is survived by her brother, James T. (Tina) Nassida of Jefferson Hills, sister, Lori A. (Paul) Mula of Baldwin, niece, Cara Nassida and nephew, James T. "Jimbo" Nassida, and her babies, Khaleesi and Drogo. She was preceded in death by her brother, Anthony Andrew "A" Nassida who died May 2, 2015.